Summary
This video features an interview with John Ramirez, a former high-ranking warlock who shares his dramatic testimony of his transformation from practicing occultism for over 25 years to becoming a devout Christian evangelist. He details his initiation into witchcraft at a young age, the brutal ceremonies involved, his eventual sale of his soul to Satan, and his profound encounter with Jesus Christ that led to his complete change. Ramirez now travels the world, equipping believers to fight against the kingdom of darkness and live in victory through the Holy Spirit.
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The initiation into demonic ranks involves intense and often violent rituals, including self-mutilation and a spiritual contract with demons, culminating in the 'selling' of one's soul.
John Ramirez describes a severe initiation ceremony at age 34 where 17 warlocks were present to sell their souls. This involved extensive bloodshed, cutting into flesh, carving 21 rows into his body, and kissing a human skull. The ritual concluded with a name change and sleeping on a concrete floor to seal the deal. He emphasizes that one doesn't truly sell their soul, as it belongs to Jesus, but rather their allegiance and devotion.
Demonic practices often mimic Christian rituals, using numbers, ceremonies, and even 'laying on of hands' and 'speaking in tongues' to deceive and control followers.
Ramirez explains that demons copy Christian practices because they operate in the spiritual realm. He notes the use of numbers like seven for certain spirits and five for Jezebel. In demonic 'church' services, they perform rituals, ceremonies, and contracts, mirroring Christian practices like fasting, laying on of hands, and speaking in tongues, but with demonic intent. He experienced a profound difference when he encountered God's presence, which was absent in the demonic realm.
Witchcraft is presented as a lucrative business driven by demons using money, power, and fear to manipulate individuals, often starting with readings and escalating to expensive rituals.
Ramirez details how witchcraft is a business operation. Readings cost around $40-$45, while cleansing rituals can range from $171 to $750, and initiations can cost $10,000-$15,000. Demons exploit fear by predicting negative futures and offering solutions through costly rituals, trapping people into a cycle of debt and dependence. He recounts how a demon would follow people home after a reading to ensure the 'prophecies' came true, forcing them back to the witch.
Lukewarm or 'half-committed' Christians are particularly vulnerable to witchcraft and demonic influence due to their lack of spiritual commitment and open doors in their lives.
Ramirez states that Christians who are 'lukewarm' or 'half-committed' are easy targets for witchcraft. These individuals, who might attend church on Sundays but engage in worldly activities like clubbing on Saturdays, are easily dismantled. He had access to exploit their lack of commitment, bringing hindrances, delays, chaos, and confusion into their lives because they had opened doors to the kingdom of darkness.
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Introduction to John Ramirez and His Transformation
John Ramirez, a former high-ranking warlock, is now an evangelist and author.
John Ramirez, who once served as a high-ranking warlock in New York City, is now an evangelist and author. He was born in Puerto Rico and raised in the Bronx, introduced to witchcraft and Satanic rituals at a young age. For over 25 years, he practiced deep occultism, communicated with demons, and led others in dark spiritual practices before a transformative encounter with Jesus.
He emphasizes the distinction between a 'real' warlock and a 'wannabe'.
Ramirez clarifies that a 'real' warlock has undergone specific ceremonies and rituals for initiation, akin to being 'made' in a mafia. He contrasts this with those who merely dabble inconsistently with candles and crystals, who are never recognized in the devil's kingdom as true practitioners.
Ramirez details the physical marks and commitment required for a true warlock.
He explains that true warlocks have physical marks from ceremonies, such as 21 rows carved into their flesh. The commitment involves selling one's allegiance and devotion, rather than the soul itself, which is believed to always belong to Jesus.
His journey began with a family history intertwined with witchcraft and generational curses.
Ramirez's family's involvement with witchcraft started in Puerto Rico when his grandfather was killed by a witch. His aunt then joined witchcraft to avenge his father's death, opening a generational door to the demonic world for the family. This practice continued after his parents immigrated to the Bronx.
Growing up in the South Bronx in the 70s exposed him to a harsh environment and further immersion in witchcraft.
The South Bronx in the 1970s was a period of decay and gang activity. This environment, combined with his family's practice of witchcraft, led to a syncretic blend of witchcraft with Catholicism, using statues of saints, holy water, and candles, a practice that evolved from African religions brought by slaves.
His father also practiced a form of witchcraft, involving purification rituals with fire.
Ramirez's father was a 'wannabe' warlock who performed rituals such as passing children naked through fire for purification, sending young John to botanicas (witchcraft shops) for ingredients. During this time, they saw demons manifested in human form as a normal part of their lives.
Demonic 'church' services were intense, nocturnal gatherings involving possession and demonic teachings.
Their 'demon church' operated from 7 PM to 5 AM, featuring mediums possessed by powerful deities who could prophesy and break curses. These sessions taught rituals, ceremonies, contracts, and how to operate within the demonic world, connecting with various types of demons from different spiritual realms.
Early Initiation and Demonic Hierarchy
Ramirez's entry into the dark side began at age seven and a half with a demonic necklace.
At seven and a half, Ramirez found a necklace with seven demonic colors that fell from the 'second heaven.' He wore it, marking him. Shortly after, at age eight, a witch recognized his 'special calling' and initiated him into the dark side by performing a ceremony to dedicate him to deities of the second heaven, requiring his mother to sell furniture for the payment.
The initiation involved a ritual bath and being sworn in by deities of Santería.
The initiation ceremony included being blindfolded, stripped, bathed in herbs and water, then dressed in white. He was then taken to a room where he was 'sworn in' with five principal deities of Santería, representing oceans, rivers, and high places. He had to wear white for seven days, using biblical numbers like seven for perfection and five for grace in a demonic context.
Demonic numbers and principalities are described, echoing Christian symbolism.
Demons use numbers like seven for Gmaya (marine spirit of the ocean) and five for Gemma (Jezebel, a river/marine spirit). They also use number three for the gatekeeper. These numbers and principalities are connected to different realms like oceans, rivers, high places, and cemeteries, where specific demons operate.
Promotions in the demonic world are granted by demons, not self-achieved.
Ramirez explains that promotions in the demonic kingdom come from demons, principalities, and Satan himself, who 'upgrade' individuals. This process can take years, involving new rituals and levels of demonic connection. Understanding the hierarchy, operations, and 'dos and don'ts' is crucial to navigate these layers.
Selling the Soul to Satan
The ceremony to sell his soul to Satan occurred at age 34 after years of demonic involvement.
The most significant ceremony was at age 34 when he sold his soul to the devil. This involved 17 warlocks being initiated, many of whom passed out due to the bloodletting. Chago, a high-ranking devil with connections to Fidel Castro in witchcraft, performed the ceremony.
The ceremony was a six-hour ritual culminating at midnight with Satan's appearance.
The ritual began at 6 PM and lasted until midnight. Participants were blindfolded, shirtless, and barefoot. Demonic songs were sung to usher Satan in, creating an atmosphere similar to Christian worship but with demonic power. When Satan appeared, the atmosphere dramatically changed.
Ramirez's body was marked and his name changed during the soul-selling ceremony.
During the ceremony, Ramirez was cut on his back, tongue, and chest, with an upside-down cross marked. He had to kiss a human skull as a symbol of the contract and initiation. His name was changed, and he received marks (21 rows) carved into his flesh that are visible under a flashlight.
The ritual involved significant bloodshed, with other initiates unable to withstand the process.
The ceremony resulted in so much bloodshed that 16 of the 17 warlocks passed out. Ramirez was the only one standing. He was awakened and commanded to continue by the officiant, Chago, who stated they wouldn't receive a refund otherwise. The process involved cutting and sacrificing the body to the devil.
After the ceremony, Ramirez's eyes became pitch black, indicating a spiritual void.
The morning after the ceremony, Ramirez looked in the mirror and saw no light in his eyes; they were pitch black. A donut shop lady noticed this, describing his eyes as 'pitch black like cemeteries,' highlighting the drastic spiritual change he underwent.
Demonic Powers and Astral Projection
Selling his soul granted Ramirez unlimited access to the demonic world.
After selling his soul, Ramirez gained demonic powers and unlimited credit card access to any part of the demonic world, including the 'black tuxedos' in the second heaven, known for chemical spiritual warfare. He had access to the underworld, cemeteries, and anything he desired in the demonic realm without restriction.
Astral projection is a demonically contracted practice used for cursing regions.
Astral projection is real and requires a contract with a demon, referred to as a 'civil court' between the person and the demon. Ramirez used this to curse neighborhoods, but on two occasions, he was repelled by Christians holding hands and praying in the spirit, forcing him to retreat and try another day.
The danger of astral projection includes the possibility of not returning to one's body.
If Christians can separate the demon from the person during astral projection, the person might not return to their body. Ramirez mentions a story of Anton LaVey's stepdaughter, where her stepfather tried to astrally project into her body, cut the contract, and subsequently died.
Witchcraft as a Business and Exploitation
Witchcraft is a costly business, with demons using money, power, and fear.
Salvation is free, but demonic rituals and services are expensive. Selling his soul cost Ramirez $3,000-$3,500. He mentions Jennifer Lopez having a 'godmother' in witchcraft who performs ceremonies. Even basic cleansings require specific monetary offerings to honor the demon, with prices escalating for more significant rituals and initiations.
Demonic divination, or 'readings,' use past and present information to hook individuals.
Ramirez performed demonic divination, accurately telling people their past and present issues, which captivates them. This practice uses a spirit that knows the past and present but not the future. They then predict negative future events (like accidents or relationship problems) to instill fear.
Fear and manipulation are used to compel people to pay for expensive demonic services.
After instilling fear with prophecies, witches offer costly solutions, like $8,000 for two cleansings and two rituals, often with a 30-day deadline. The demons then amplify problems at home to ensure the person returns, creating a cycle of dependence and fear.
Ramirez details specific costs for readings, cleansings, and initiations.
Readings cost $40-$45. Cleansings are priced based on the offering to the demon, ranging from $171 to $750. Larger rituals and initiations can cost $5,000, $10,000, or even $15,000. These prices are set to honor specific demons with specific numbers or offerings.
Attacking Christians and the Power of Amazing Grace
Ramirez confesses to hating Christians and targeting them with witchcraft.
He admits to hating Christians, especially those who appeared 'fake' and claimed superiority while coming from broken backgrounds. He found them easy targets, dismantling them and placing witchcraft on their homes. Lukewarm Christians were particularly accessible.
A powerful witchcraft attempt on a Christian woman failed due to divine protection.
Ramirez was paid $10,000 to destroy a Christian woman through witchcraft. Despite powerful rituals, she remained unharmed. Satan himself appeared to Ramirez, stating God commanded him to leave her alone, highlighting the power of 'Amazing Grace' even when the person is in sin.
His hatred for Christians stemmed from perceived hypocrisy and a broken upbringing.
His hatred for Christians originated from witnessing hypocrisy and a difficult childhood, including his mother's abuse. He found their 'cheap talk' and perceived superiority offensive, making Jesus look bad. This fueled his desire to dismantle them.
His evangelism now focuses on love and invitation, not condemnation.
Ramirez's current evangelistic approach avoids condemning people. Instead, he emphasizes the 'greatest love of all' offered by Jesus, provoking people to explore it and realize Jesus is not a bad guy, especially those with a negative past experience of faith.
Demonic Covenants, Contracts, and Open Doors
Demonic covenants and contracts grant legal rights to the devil through lifestyle choices.
Demonic covenants are formed not just through rituals but also through lifestyle choices like homosexuality, pornography, or addiction, which give the devil legal rights and leverage. These are 'open doors' that demons use for torment if not renounced.
Renouncing demonic ties and closing doors is crucial for spiritual freedom.
After salvation, some demonic ties may persist. Individuals must actively renounce these ties, cut the spiritual cords, and close the doors to the devil. Without this, demons can continue to torment individuals in those specific areas of their lives.
Addictions, smoking, drinking, and consuming inappropriate media create open doors for demons.
Habits like smoking weed, drinking alcohol (even moderately), watching soft pornography, or engaging in sexually suggestive dreams create spiritual open doors. These actions grant demons legal rights and can lead to demonic dreams, perversion, and torment.
Lukewarm Christians who frequent clubs and parties are easily identified and targeted.
Ramirez identified weak Christians by their presence in clubs and house parties, where they would drink and listen to demonic music, showing no difference from non-believers. They were easy access points for the kingdom of darkness.
Witches copy Christian practices like fasting and laying on of hands.
Witches fast to sell themselves to the devil and perform rituals similar to Christian 'laying on of hands' and speaking in demonic tongues. These practices are a mockery of genuine Christian spiritual activities, lacking God's presence.
Mixing New Age practices with faith creates spiritual confusion and vulnerability.
Christians dabbling in yoga (seen as adopting demonic positions), burning incense, using crystals, or reading horoscopes are opening themselves to demonic influence. These practices, even when combined with Christian songs or intentions, are portals that demons can enter through.
Halloween celebrations, including 'trunk or treat,' are considered spiritual exchanges and contracts.
Celebrating Halloween, even with 'trunk or treat' events, is viewed as opening a spiritual door and conducting an exchange. The knocking on doors for 'trick or treat' is seen as analogous to a spiritual contract, changing identity and opening a spiritual gateway.
Near-Death Experience and Transformation
Ramirez died in 1999 and experienced a vision of hell and a subsequent return to his body.
In October 1999, after being demonically possessed in church, Ramirez died and went to hell. He describes being on a train to hell, seeing his cousin there, and encountering Satan, who felt betrayed. A wooden cross appeared, pushing Satan back, and he was returned to his body.
His encounter with Satan in hell involved a confrontation and a divine intervention.
In hell, Satan confronted Ramirez, expressing hurt and betrayal for his departure. Satan lunged at him, but a large wooden cross appeared between them, causing Satan to recoil. This divine intervention allowed Ramirez to escape deeper into hell and eventually be pushed back into his body.
He experienced intense spiritual warfare and torment for 30 days after his initial conversion.
After accepting Jesus, Ramirez endured 30 days of pure torment. Demons choked him, tried to pull his soul out, and Jezebel, with whom he had a contract, would torment him nightly. His bed would turn to ice, and he was paralyzed by fear.
God explained the torment was a test of his love and trust.
When Ramirez questioned God about the torment, God revealed it was a test to see how much he loved and trusted Him. After this period, the demonic attacks ceased, and they never touched him again.
He underwent two significant deliverances, one involving supernatural hands in the water.
Ramirez experienced two main deliverances. The first, during baptism, involved seeing the hands of Jesus Christ enter the water and rip all demonic ceremonies from his body. The second came through reading Isaiah 53, which brought supernatural weeping and healing from deep-seated trauma.
His mother eventually became a Christian, and his sister, despite facing hardship, also found faith.
His mother, a Jehovah's Witness, was touched by the Holy Spirit in a hospital and accepted Jesus. His adopted sister, who had HIV, also gave her life to Christ before passing away at 29, leaving behind HIV-free daughters.
He spent 12 years being discipled at David Wilkerson's Times Square Church, facing tests of humility.
Ramirez volunteered at Times Square Church for 12 years, undergoing tests of humility, such as being offered a janitorial position. He was mentored heavily, even walking with David Wilkerson and receiving affirmation of seeing Jesus in him. This period was crucial for his spiritual formation.
His first book, 'Out of Devil's Cauldron,' was reviewed and corrected by David Wilkerson.
David Wilkerson reviewed Ramirez's first manuscript, 'Out of Devil's Cauldron,' and advised him to correct the language, as Christians don't talk about dating girls or making out the way he had written it. Wilkerson then guided him on when to publish it.
Ramirez's daughter was brainwashed into atheism and faced severe depression and suicidal thoughts.
His daughter, a psychology major, became an atheist after being brainwashed. She called him contemplating suicide. Ramirez prayed, and God assured him that if he took care of God's house, God would take care of his. His daughter was eventually set free from these thoughts.
He faced subsequent attacks, including his own eyesight being compromised and his mother's illness, but maintains faith.
Following a renunciation ceremony with his mother, Ramirez experienced severe eye attacks (requiring corneal transplants) and his mother developed stomach cancer, eventually passing away. He views this as potential backlash but emphasizes that he did not lose the fight and continues to live for God.
Leaving a high-ranking warlock position meant a drastic lifestyle and financial downgrade.
Transitioning from a financially lucrative demonic lifestyle to Christianity involved significant hardship. He went from spending $3,000-$4,000 a month on liquor and living lavishly in New York City clubs to struggling financially, learning to stretch a $20 bill for weeks.
His motivation for following Jesus is love for Him, not for heavenly rewards.
Ramirez's commitment to Jesus is driven by deep love for Him. He doesn't want to go to heaven simply for rewards but because Jesus is there. He endures pain and suffering, desiring not to disappoint God.
He experienced a second death experience where he saw heavens open and was pushed back into his body.
In 2019, Ramirez died again in his apartment. He ascended out of his body, experiencing peace and joy, and saw the heavens opening. He felt disappointed to be returned to his body, believing he could have done more for God. Upon returning, his body felt stiff like over-starched clothes.
His non-negotiable habit is maintaining his love for God above all else.
Ramirez's primary focus is not the ministry tasks but his love for God, reminding himself of God's goodness. He emphasizes that true Christian service stems from this intimate relationship, not just performance.
His eyesight was taken by the devil in 1997 as a consequence for a sabbatical from witchcraft.
In 1997, Ramirez took a year-long sabbatical from witchcraft to be a father to his daughter. The devil took his eyesight as a punishment, requiring surgery and a year of blindness. His sight returned after surgery, leading him back deeper into witchcraft. God later revealed that He was the one who gave him eyesight initially, intending to call him into His kingdom.
He acknowledges being indebted to the cross, comparing his transformation to Apostle Paul's.
Ramirez sees himself and Paul as individuals indebted to the cross, highlighting that God's grace extends to both the righteous and the unrighteous. He reflects on Paul's dramatic transformation from persecutor to apostle.
His wife's testimony of a transgender witch doctor finding salvation emphasizes God's inclusive love.
He shares the story of a close friend who was a transgender witch doctor and homosexual, but who gave his life to the Lord shortly before passing away, proving that God's love and salvation are available to all, regardless of past lifestyle.
Call to Action and Ministry Resources
He encourages viewers to try Jesus for 30 days and offers a prayer of salvation.
Ramirez challenges people to give Jesus a 30-day trial, emphasizing that God is no respecter of persons and treats everyone the same. He leads a simple prayer of salvation, inviting Jesus into their hearts to forgive sins and become Lord and Savior.
Information about his ministry, including books, courses, and inner circle, is available on his website.
For those who prayed the salvation prayer or want to learn more, resources are available at johnramirez.org. This includes his books (also on Amazon), an e-course, and The Inner Circle, a spiritual warfare community for training and discipleship. He assures that the materials are heaven-sent.
The host highlights the impact of Ramirez's ministry and the 'Hungry Generation' church's mission.
The host praises Ramirez's unique anointing and dedication to God. He mentions their church is called 'Hungry Generation' due to its focus on a deep hunger and love for Jesus, not just ministry activities or personal gifts. They have discipled over 160,000 students globally and support various humanitarian efforts.
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